Wednesday, June 13, 2012

With Father's Day right around the corner, there isn't a better time to take a moment to honor the important role that dads play in the lives of children everywhere.

Whether he works long hours to provide for his family or he is a stay-at-home dad that is hands-on in every aspect, there are many fathers that deserve a little extra recognition for all that they do.

This year Pampers has continued to find new ways to make dads feel loved and show that they are a big part of the family... the Pampers family!

While Pampers is known worldwide for celebrating, supporting, and protecting babies for more than 50 years, they have recently focused on fathers and the role that they play in their child's life.

First, Pampers has created a "Real Pampers Stories" video series, which highlights real-life parenting stories through the incredible journey of parenthood. Simply by visiting Pampers on YouTube, you'll be able to access and view the three video series, A Parent is Born, Welcome to Parenthood and Love Comes Early.

You'll definitely want to check these videos out - but be warned! You'll be sure to laugh as well as cry!

But parents aren't the only ones taking notice of Pampers' great videos - they have recently been recognized by the National Fatherhood Initiative (NFI) with a 2012 Fatherhood Award. This is definitely a huge honor, as the NFI is constantly striving to ensure a brighter future for America's youth and is on a mission to increase the proportion of children growing up with involved, responsible, and committed fathers.

At a time when America is experiencing record levels of father absence, Pampers' video series communicates a timely message about the importance of father involvement in children's lives. I can't think of a better lesson to promote surrounding Father's Day!

In celebration of their NFI award, Pampers also wants to recognize dads everywhere by unveiling new rewards with fathers in mind to their Gifts to Grow catalog.

As well as all of the great rewards that have always been offered (such as stationary, toys, magazines and movies) point collectors can now redeem their points for items such as BBQ toolsets, professional-caliber golf balls, and a new selection of gift cards and new toys for dad and baby play!

Let's hear it for dads! Having always been a huge fan of Pampers, I love knowing that they have not only put a spotlight on the appreciation that these men deserve but have even made it possible to show it with a great gift.

Thanks to Pampers' ongoing generosity, one person will be even more prepared to show their love with a post-Father's Day surprise, because...

A big thank you to Pampers for providing a Daddy Prize Pack for me to review as well as for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

my husband is a great father to our 2 adult children but i love seeing him in the grandpa role with our 3 year old grandson...every week he takes him to the dollar store and gives him $5.00 to find 'treasures' somedays they are in there for hours-lol...i told him this is something our little guy will always remember this special time. priceless!pkeintz@gmail.com

My Dad has passed away now, but I miss his quiet strength. I knew he would always be ready with an answer, a joke or a hug. He even ate the first pan of gravy I made when I was a kid. You could cut it in squares and still gave me a compliment for the great dinner. I miss him.

I could go on and on really, but what I admire most about my hubby is his optimism/positive attitude. No matter what happens he is always my pillar of strength. He makes me feel better and takes away all my stress like magic :)

I love that my husband is so gentle and helpful. We are expecting our third and first baby girl in 3 weeks, and he has been so patient with me and caring. This would be a great gift for him, especially because he will watch the baby when I go back to work.

My husband is wonderful at being a husband, and he is going to be a father for the first time in August when our first son is born. I admire him for being so thoughtful and loving, and know he will be an amazing father.

i am the father in our house, my niece is having a new baby, so i am entering to win for her husband to be in the future if he gets straitened out in his life, this might help him out when the baby is born in late july :)

My fiancee is 18 years older than me and we have our two children: Lawson age 4 and Alba 6 months. He also has children from his previous marriage that are close to my age and his eldest has a beautiful baby boy, our grandson, Timothy age 1. I love that even though we have two small kids of our own, he makes time for our grandson. It can be hard at times but he really does a great job. bekki1820cb at gmail dot com

I've always admired my Dad's sense of humor and generosity. He'll give just about anyone just about anything they ask for if they truly need it and he's always the first one with a joke. He doesn't take things too seriously and always has a good time. I strive to be just like him someday when life is more important than money... unfortunately thats not quite yet.-Mike S.

I love my hubby not only because he helps me with my daughters but throughout the time he has learned to show love and support for us. He has always showed the the interest to learn from the kids.so i'm happy for that.

I'm fortunate enough to have many great men in my life who are Father's so it's hard to pick just one. My Husband deserves some serious recognition for his ability to find time to cherish and play with our children despite his hectic work schedule. When he comes home he hops straight into "Daddy" mode and makes our girls the center of his world that they are. I admire that quality most in him as a Father!

My husband is incredible! He is not my children's biological father, but he has stepped up and taken that role head on! He is compassionate, patient, sweet and shows my children the way a man should be!onecheaplady@yahoo.com

I admire how hardworking my dad is. No matter what, he never stops working- through two bouts of cancer and the man keeps going. He's always been an incredible provider and inspires me to do the same for my son.

I always admired my dad....he kept his business to himself and expected others to do the same....so rare in todays world....but of course im the only girl in a house of 5 brothers,so i was always daddys girl....whats not to admire!

I admire my husband the most! He works 60 hours each week to provide for the kids and I. He took on 2 kids to raise that he had no obligation to and treats them very well!(toocaringforyou22 at yahoo dot com on rafflecopter)